Major Flood
15 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
13 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
Major Flood. Flooding in La Junta and nearby areas. Homes and businesses are flooded. Flooding is especially severe in North La Junta. Water possibly overtops levees at Las Animas.
13 ft
Moderate Flood. Local residential flooding is possible in La Junta.
12 ft
Minor Flood. Flood waters threaten Highway 194 east of La Junta.
11 ft
Minor Flood. Minor agricultural flooding.
10 ft
Action Stage. The river is bankfull.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 1, 1999 | 15.55 ft | 30,000 cfs |
| May 19, 1955 | 14.2 ft | 50,000 cfs |
| Jun 11, 2015 | 13.38 ft | 9,240 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Arkansas River at La Junta?
The Arkansas River at La Junta gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07123000) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Arkansas River at La Junta?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Arkansas River at La Junta is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Arkansas River rises?
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Where is the Arkansas River at La Junta gauge located?
The gauge is located in Otero County, Colorado at coordinates 37.9906°N, 103.5319°W. USGS site number: 07123000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Data courtesy of Colorado Division of Water Resources
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.